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Vermont Castings Encore 2547CE Homeowner's Installation And Operating Manual

Vermont Castings Encore 2547CE Homeowner's Installation And Operating Manual

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SaFEty NotiCE: iF tHiS appliaNCE iS Not propErly iNStallEd, opEratEd aNd MaiN-
taiNEd, a HouSE FirE May rESult.
to rEduCE tHE riSk oF FirE, Follow tHE iNStallatioN iNStruCtioNS. FailurE to
Follow iNStruCtioNS May rESult iN propErty daMagE, bodily iNjury or EvEN
dEatH. CoNtaCt loCal buildiNg oFFiCialS about rEStriCtioNS aNd iNStallatioN
iNSpECtioN rEquirEMENtS iN your arEa.
do Not discard this Manual: retain for Future use
0971
Encore
Multi-Fuel
cover
9/02
Encore
Multi-Fuel Heater
Model 2547CE
Homeowner's
Installation and
Operating Manual
2000971 1/10 Rev. 8

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  • Page 1 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Model 2547CE Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual 0971 Encore Multi-Fuel cover 9/02 SaFEty NotiCE: iF tHiS appliaNCE iS Not propErly iNStallEd, opEratEd aNd MaiN- taiNEd, a HouSE FirE May rESult. to rEduCE tHE riSk oF FirE, Follow tHE iNStallatioN iNStruCtioNS. FailurE to Follow iNStruCtioNS May rESult iN propErty daMagE, bodily iNjury or EvEN dEatH.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    At Vermont Castings, we are equally committed to your satisfaction as a customer. That is why we maintain an exclu- sive network of the finest dealers in the industry. Our dealers are chosen for their expertise and dedication to custom- er service.

  • Page 3: Specifications

    Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Specifications Encore Multi-Fuel, Model 2547CE Width (leg-to-leg) ........685 mm (27”) Wood Smokeless Fuel Depth (leg-to-leg)........380 mm (15”) Nominal heat output 12.3 kW 7.7 kW Height to top of flue collar, 152 or 203 mm (6” or 8”) (42,000 BTU/hr) (26,270 BTU/hr) Top exit ..........

  • Page 4: Installation

    The metal label permanently attached to the back of ev- Adapter Kit for the Encore Multi-Fuel is available from ery Vermont Castings stove indicates that the stove has your local Vermont Castings dealer. been tested to current standards. The test standards...
  • Page 5 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater prefabricated Chimneys what kind of Chimney to use These should be an internal diameter of 150 mm (6”) You must connect the Encore Multi-Fuel to a code-ap- and be of the twin wall insulated construction that has proved masonry chimney with a flue liner, to a relined been approved for solid fuel use (e.g.
  • Page 6 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Flue Pipes with a spigot and socket joint should be sheet metal screws. The fitted with the socket facing upwards, to contain con- pre-drilled holes in the top densates and moisture within the flue. Joints should be of each section of chimney made gas tight using proprietary jointing accessories, connector serve as guides...
  • Page 7 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Without a thimble, a suitable length of chimney con- Chimney nector can be extended through the breech to the inner Flue face of the flue liner, and cemented securely in place. Elbow Additional pieces of connector are then attached with Flue Liner sheet metal screws.
  • Page 8 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater • The fireplace damper must be sealed to prevent Always adhere to local building codes when installing a room air from escaping up the flue. However, it must wall pass-through. Figure 9 shows one recommended be possible to reopen the damper to inspect or clean method.
  • Page 9 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Costructional Hearth Dimensions as below At least 150 mm or to a suitable heat resistant wall Appliance Appliance Doors Doors Hearth Surface Free of Com- At least bustible Material 150 mm Perimeter should be Perimeter should be clearly marked e.g.
  • Page 10 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater in section 2 of document j, all installations must comply with these requirements or with the relevant National or local building standards. Clearances to timber framed (studded) walls are in- cluded below. There are no specific minimum clearanc- es to solid noncombustible surfaces (e.g.

  • Page 11: Assembly

    Encore Multi-Fuel Heater assembly Set up your Stove Cast iron stoves are heavy, and it will take two to four people to move your Encore MF into position. Wash the protective coating of oil from the griddle with soap and water. Dry the griddle thoroughly and apply a light coating of vegetable oil to season the surface and help prevent rust.

  • Page 12: Operation

    Encore Multi-Fuel Heater operation a damper directs air Flow within the Stove The damper handle on the left side of the stove opens and closes the damper to direct air flow within the stove. The damper is open when the handle points to the back of the stove, enabling smoke to pass directly into the chimney.
  • Page 13 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater two ways to add Fuel infrared reflective glass panels for Clear Fire viewing The Encore’s griddle lifts for convenient top-loading of fuel, and is the easiest way to regularly add fuel. The inner surfaces of the infrared reflective glass panels are kept at a higher temperature than the outer In addition, however, the front doors open for adding an surface.
  • Page 14 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater on Page 17 to see how the size, type, and location of Your Encore will accept a duct to deliver outside air for your chimney will affect your stove operation. When combustion. thermometer readings drop below 175° C (350° F) it’s When first using the stove, keep track of the air control time to adjust the air control for a higher burn rate or to settings.
  • Page 15 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater burning wood, continue adding split logs of this size to the briskly-burning fire until there is a glowing ember bed at least 76 mm (3”) deep. If burning coal, begin adding small amount directly on the kindling to establish a burning coal pile.
  • Page 16 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater recommended only to add briquettes to the level of the front grate. 4. Close the damper. 5. When the surface temperature reaches 230° C Open (450° F), adjust the air control for the amount of heat you desire. Close NotE: If the remaining coal bed is relatively thick and ST545...

  • Page 17: Draft Management

    Encore Multi-Fuel Heater draft Management A stove is part of a system, which includes the chimney, Flue Sizing the operator, the fuel, and the home. The other parts of the system will affect how well the stove works. When The inside size of a chimney for an ‘airtight’ stove there is a good match between all the parts, the system should match the size of the stove’s flue outlet.
  • Page 18 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater firebox, and avoid big loads of firewood. You should Creosote always see lively, dancing flames in the firebox; a lazy, smoky fire is inefficient, can lead to back-puffing, and Creosote is a by-product of slow wood-burning. It’s an can contribute to creosote buildup in the chimney.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Remove the griddle and set it aside. Glass Panel Gasket Then, touch up the stove with Vermont Castings’ high temperature stove paint. Apply the paint sparingly; two light coats of paint are better than a single heavy one.
  • Page 20 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater 3. Tighten the lock nut. Keep the pressure screw from 3. Replace the doors on the stove. Remove the griddle turning as you tighten the nut. Re-test the damper. so you can reach in through the opening to posi- tion the manifold.
  • Page 21 If you need to change a gasket, first obtain an appropri- 7. Press the gasketed part firmly against its normal ate replacement from your Vermont Castings’ Autho- mating surface to seat the gasket evenly in its channel. rized Dealer.
  • Page 22 If you cannot inspect or clean the chimney yourself, involved parts are disassembled and then put back contact your local Vermont Castings’ Dealer or a profes- together. If this is the case, the job should be done only sional chimney sweep.

  • Page 23: Replacement Parts

    Encore Multi-Fuel Heater 0971 MHSC reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. Encore Multi-Fuel Heater 0971 Model 2547CE Encore MF parts 9/02 item description part Number item description part Number 1.
  • Page 24 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Model 2547CE (continued) item description part Number item description part Number 5. Right Griddle Quad (Pre-2010) 1301832 37. Leg Leveler 1201745 5a. Right Griddle Quad 30005119 38. Ashdrop 1308603 6. Griddle 1300797 39. Pawl Assembly Short Adjustment 30002362 7.
  • Page 25 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Encore Multi-Fuel Heater Model 2547CE (continued) Shell Enamel parts - Encore Multi-Fuel Model 2547CE part Name Classic green Moonlight Sand blue 1308618 2318618 2378618 1328618 2328618 1338618 Left Side 1308623 2318623 2378623 1328623 2328623 1338623 Right Side 1308619 2318619 2378619...
  • Page 26 Encore Multi-Fuel Heater 2000971...

  • Page 27: Warranty

    Encore Multi-Fuel Heater warranty limited 3 year warranty caused by burning salt saturated wood, chemically treated MHSC warrants that this woodburning stove will be free of wood, or any fuel not recommended in the Owner’s Guide. defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date you receive it, except that the catalyst, 5.
  • Page 28 MHSC 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...